Tag: twizel

Black Ice Forces Closure of SH8 Between Lake Tekapo and Twizel

1 Jul 2026 9:43 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

New Zealand Police have closed State Highway 8 between Lake Tekapo and Twizel this morning. The closure is due to dangerous black ice, with motorists advised to delay travel or find alternative routes.

Law Enforcement Weather Transportation Road Closure Black Ice State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo Twizel New Zealand Police Travel Advisory
Woman Dies in Twizel E-Scooter Crash

7 Apr 2026 1:55 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Police have released the name of a woman who died following an e-scooter crash in Twizel on February 28. Amber Rose Young, 42, from Geraldine, has been identified as the victim.

Law Enforcement Disasters Twizel Canterbury E-scooter crash Fatal crash Amber Rose Young Police Coroner New Zealand Police